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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
1. Buddhist Viharas are permanent shelters or monasteries for dwelling and rest.
2. Udayagiri Caves were constructed during the reign of Ashoka.
3. Kailash temple is located in Ellora.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
1 and 3 are correct.
Udayagiri Caves were constructed during the times of Gupta.
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1 and 3 are correct.
Udayagiri Caves were constructed during the times of Gupta.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements regarding
Vaisheshika School.
1. It believes in the physicality of the Universe and is considered to be the realistic and objective philosophy that governs the universe.
2. It developed the atomic theory, i.e. all material objects are made of atoms.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
Both 1 and 2 are correct.
The Vaisheshika school believes in the physicality of the Universe and is considered to be the realistic and objective philosophy that governs the universe. The Kanada who also wrote the basic text governing the Vaisheshika philosophy is often considered the founder of this school. They argue that everything in the universe was created by the five main elements: fire, air, water, earth and ether (sky). These material elements are also called Dravya.
They also argue that reality has many categories, for example, action, attribute, genus, inherence, substance and distinct quality. As this school has a very scientific approach, they also developed the atomic theory, i.e. all material objects are made of atoms. This school was also responsible for the beginning of physics in Indian subcontinent. They are considered to be the propounders of the mechanical process of formation of this Universe.Incorrect
Both 1 and 2 are correct.
The Vaisheshika school believes in the physicality of the Universe and is considered to be the realistic and objective philosophy that governs the universe. The Kanada who also wrote the basic text governing the Vaisheshika philosophy is often considered the founder of this school. They argue that everything in the universe was created by the five main elements: fire, air, water, earth and ether (sky). These material elements are also called Dravya.
They also argue that reality has many categories, for example, action, attribute, genus, inherence, substance and distinct quality. As this school has a very scientific approach, they also developed the atomic theory, i.e. all material objects are made of atoms. This school was also responsible for the beginning of physics in Indian subcontinent. They are considered to be the propounders of the mechanical process of formation of this Universe. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the most important buildings in Fatehpur Sikri is also known as the “Dream of Stones”?
Correct
All options could be eliminated except A.
Hawa Mahal is a palace in Jaipur. Jantar Mantar (there are many, but the famous one) is in Delhi. Meenakshi Temple is in TN.
The Panch Mahal is known as the wind catcher tower. It was commissioned by sikarwar rajputs.
This is an extraordinary structure employing the design elements of a Buddhist Temple; entirely columnar, consisting of four stories of decreasing size arranged asymmetrically upon the ground floor.Incorrect
All options could be eliminated except A.
Hawa Mahal is a palace in Jaipur. Jantar Mantar (there are many, but the famous one) is in Delhi. Meenakshi Temple is in TN.
The Panch Mahal is known as the wind catcher tower. It was commissioned by sikarwar rajputs.
This is an extraordinary structure employing the design elements of a Buddhist Temple; entirely columnar, consisting of four stories of decreasing size arranged asymmetrically upon the ground floor. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
1. The arts of Lower Palaeolithic people are abundantly found on the banks of river Narmada
2. Prehistoric paintings are also found in Bihar
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
Only 2 is correct.
We do not really know if Lower Palaeolithic people ever produced any art objects. But by the Upper Palaeolithic times we see a proliferation of artistic activities.
In India the earliest paintings have been reported from the Upper Palaeolithic times. Remnants of rock paintings have been found on the walls of the caves situated in several districts of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Bihar.
Some paintings have been reported from the Kumaon hills in Uttarakhand also.Incorrect
Only 2 is correct.
We do not really know if Lower Palaeolithic people ever produced any art objects. But by the Upper Palaeolithic times we see a proliferation of artistic activities.
In India the earliest paintings have been reported from the Upper Palaeolithic times. Remnants of rock paintings have been found on the walls of the caves situated in several districts of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Bihar.
Some paintings have been reported from the Kumaon hills in Uttarakhand also. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements with reference to Central Indian paintings.
1. They take inspiration from Indian epics and religious texts.
2. They developed as an anti-Sanskrit cult to promote culture of tribal regions.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
Only 1 is correct.
Unlike Mughal painting which is primarily secular, the art of painting in Central India, Rajasthani and the Pahari region etc. is deeply rooted in the Indian traditions, taking inspiration from Indian epics, religious texts like the Puranas, love poems in Sanskrit and other Indian languages, Indian folk-lore and works on musical themes. The cults of Vaishnavism, Saivism and Sakti exercised tremendous influence on the pictorial art of these places. Among these the cult of Krishna was the most popular one which inspired the patrons and artists.
It did not develop as anti-Sanskrit movement as mentioned in the statement above.Incorrect
Only 1 is correct.
Unlike Mughal painting which is primarily secular, the art of painting in Central India, Rajasthani and the Pahari region etc. is deeply rooted in the Indian traditions, taking inspiration from Indian epics, religious texts like the Puranas, love poems in Sanskrit and other Indian languages, Indian folk-lore and works on musical themes. The cults of Vaishnavism, Saivism and Sakti exercised tremendous influence on the pictorial art of these places. Among these the cult of Krishna was the most popular one which inspired the patrons and artists.
It did not develop as anti-Sanskrit movement as mentioned in the statement above.
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